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Youth Acting Ensemble: Mini-Play
with NCTC Staff

Students: Grades 3-5
Day/Time: Saturdays, 11:00 am-1:00 pm
Dates: January 24- March 21 (8 classes, no class 2/14)
Instructor: TBD
Location: Onsite at NCTC
Level: Beginner
Tuition: $475
Step into the limelight! In this immersive class, students will create a 20-minute mini-play—complete with costume pieces, props, and a final performance on a professional stage for family and friends. Here’s your chance to work together on a story, develop your character from start to finish, and learn what it takes to build a performance from page to stage. This is a great way to learn how to work with scripts, take direction, memorize lines, and bond with your fellow actors over the thrill of performance! (Play title is TBD)
*Please be sure you can commit to the schedule and especially the final two classes (dress rehearsal & showcase day) and communicate any conflicts before registering. Unapproved absences may result in removal from some or all performance pieces--the show must go on, after all.
Double the Fun, One Easy Drop-Off!
Combine with our Costume Play class (from 10:00 am-11:00 am) and stay at NCTC from 10:00 am-1:00 pm. Our Saturday Conservatory acting and musical theatre classes are designed to complement each other, giving students a deeper, more well-rounded training experience. Enroll in both and your child will enjoy three full hours of creative learning—all with just one drop-off and pick-up. It’s the perfect way to build skills, confidence, and stage presence in one exciting morning!
- Scholarships are available! Please complete this scholarship form prior to registering.
- Scholarships cannot be applied retroactively, so be sure to WAIT FOR A SCHOLARSHIP CODE BEFORE REGISTERING AND PAYING FOR A CLASS.
Costume Fun!
with NCTC Staff

Students: Grades 3-5
Day/Time: Saturdays, 10:00 am-11:00 am
Dates: January 31- March 14 (6 classes, no class on 2/14)
Instructor: TBD
Location: Onsite at NCTC
Level: Beginner
Tuition: $150
Put on a hat—become a whole new character! In this imaginative acting class, students will explore through costume pieces and character play. Each week, a new set of costume items—hats, capes, glasses, animal ears, and more—will inspire wild and wonderful characters. Students will discover how costumes change the way we walk, talk, and express ourselves, from sneaky villains to royal queens, goofy sidekicks to wild animals. Through creative movement and storytelling, kids will build confidence, imagination, and performance skills—one fabulous outfit at a time!
Double the Fun, One Easy Drop-Off!
Combine with our Youth Acting Ensemble (from 11:00 am-1:00 pm) and stay at NCTC from 10:00 am-1:00 pm. Our Saturday Conservatory acting and musical theatre classes are designed to complement each other, giving students a deeper, more well-rounded training experience. Enroll in both and your child will enjoy three full hours of creative learning—all with just one drop-off and pick-up. It’s the perfect way to build skills, confidence, and stage presence in one exciting morning!
- Scholarships are available! Please complete this scholarship form prior to registering.
- Scholarships cannot be applied retroactively, so be sure to WAIT FOR A SCHOLARSHIP CODE BEFORE REGISTERING AND PAYING FOR A CLASS.
Stage Makeup for Teens
with Aliya Bacal Peterson

Students: Grades 6-9
Day/Time: Saturdays, 12:00 pm-1:00 pm
Dates: January 31- March 14 (6 classes, no class on 2/14)
Instructor: Aliya Bacal Peterson
Location: Onsite at NCTC
Level: Beginner to Intermediate
Tuition: $200
In this hands-on class, students will learn the fundamentals of stage makeup while exploring a range of exciting theatrical looks. From fantastical fairies and classic mimes to creepy monsters and realistic wounds, each week brings a new challenge. All makeup and supplies are included—just bring your imagination.
Double the Fun, One Easy Drop-Off!
Combine with our Teen Acting Ensemble (from 10:00 am-12:00 pm) and stay at NCTC from 10:00 am-1:00 pm. Our Saturday Conservatory acting and musical theatre classes are designed to complement each other, giving students a deeper, more well-rounded training experience. Enroll in both and your child will enjoy three full hours of creative learning—all with just one drop-off and pick-up. It’s the perfect way to build skills, confidence, and stage presence in one exciting morning!
- Scholarships are available! Please complete this scholarship form prior to registering.
- Scholarships cannot be applied retroactively, so be sure to WAIT FOR A SCHOLARSHIP CODE BEFORE REGISTERING AND PAYING FOR A CLASS.
Audition Essentials: Singer Edition
with Grace Margaret Craig

Students: Ages 18+
Day/Time: Tuesdays, 7:00-9:00 pm
Dates: March 10-24 (3 sessions)
Instructor: Grace Margaret Craig
Location: Onsite at NCTC
Level: Beginner to Intermediate
New to auditioning—or just a little out of practice? This class is your backstage pass to feeling confident, prepared, and ready to shine in the audition room. You’ll learn the ins and outs of musical theatre auditions: picking the right song, making bold choices, warming up like a pro, and yes, even what to do with your hands! In a low-pressure, high-encouragement environment, we’ll practice real audition scenarios and give you the tools (and the tunes) to make a great impression.
Scholarships are available! Please complete this Adult Scholarship Form prior to registering. Be sure to WAIT FOR A SCHOLARSHIP CODE BEFORE REGISTERING AND PAYING FOR A CLASS.
Improv 101
with Will Mattingly

Students: Ages 18+
Day/Time: Wednesdays, 7:00-9:00 pm
Dates: March 11-25 (3 sessions)
Instructor: Will Mattingly
Location: Onsite at NCTC
Level: Beginner
This fun, no-pressure class is the perfect first step! You’ll learn the core skills of improvisation—like saying “yes, and,” thinking on your feet, and supporting your scene partners—while playing classic games that build confidence, spontaneity, and connection. Designed for beginners, this short-term course is all about having fun, loosening up, and discovering the joy of improv. Whether you want to perform, meet new people, or just laugh after a long day, this is your invitation to jump in and play.
Scholarships are available! Please complete this Adult Scholarship Form prior to registering. Be sure to WAIT FOR A SCHOLARSHIP CODE BEFORE REGISTERING AND PAYING FOR A CLASS.